Account Executive
Saia Inc. · Central Point, OR · 4 wk ago
Business DevelopmentFull-time
About the role
Develops and manages client relationships and identifies business opportunities to increase revenue and retention. Uses strategic insights from sales and transportation market trends with a focus on business-to-business logistics solutions.
Responsibilities
- Possesses excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Understands client objectives and proposes tailored logistics and transportation solutions.
- Collaborates across operations, service center, and internal partners to deliver quality service and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Develops client growth and retention plans to build a profitable, long-term book of business.
- Led contract negotiations and closes sales to exceed performance targets.
- Prepares and presents compelling proposals and presentations to key stakeholders.
- Maintains accurate customer relationship management records and documents client interactions.
- Maintains awareness of market trends, competitor activity, and industry advancements to identify market growth opportunities.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Authorized to work in the United States.
- Maintain a valid driver’s license and a motor vehicle record that meets company standards for operating a company vehicle.
- Read, write, communicate and comprehend the English language in order to perform the various tasks of the job, including but not limited to: converse with co-workers and members of the general public, including customers; understand oral and written instructions as well as governmental regulations; respond to questions and inquiries from management and government representatives; and accurately complete various documents, reports and records required of the position.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, sales, or a related field.
- 2+ years of outside sales experience.
- Demonstrated business-to-business sales success, with experience in freight or LTL logistics preferred.
- Familiarity with customer relationship management systems (e.g., Salesforce).
- Prior experience leveraging tools for territory analysis and pipeline reporting.
Skills
- Excellent Communicator
- Impressive Presenter
- Goal-oriented
- Analytical
- Strategic
- Problem-solver
Benefits
- Health Benefits
- Physical Wellness
- Protection
- Flexibility
- Financial Well-being
- Perks
- Emotional Wellness
Pay
This position is eligible for commission pay and car allowance.
Schedule
Full time